Pennisetum 'Puppy Love'
Discover the enchanting Pennisetum 'Puppy Love', a standout ornamental grass celebrated for its richly colored seedheads and elegant, arching foliage. Accented with ruby red tones, its leaves provide a stunning backdrop for the fluffy, blushing burgundy plumes that appear from late summer through the first frost. This low-maintenance variety thrives in full sun and prefers moist, well-drained soil, reaching a mature size of 3 feet tall and wide. Perfect for sunny landscapes, beds, or containers, it also serves beautifully as a cut flower, offering season-long visual appeal.
$14.95
Owner Satisfaction
4.5
/ 5
Category Rank
2126
/ 2700
#2126 in Plants
Price vs Category Average
-66%
Below average
SKU
26299
Who it's for
- Striking Seasonal Color
- Ideal Compact Habit
- Reliable Low Maintenance
Who should skip it
- Limited Perennial Range
- Demands Full Sun Exposure
- Necessary Annual Pruning
Key Specs
SKU
26299
Genus
Pennisetum
Species
alopecuroides
Item Form
1-Quart
Hardiness Zones
5 - 9
Mature Height
3 Feet
Mature Width
3 Feet
Light Requirements
Full Sun
Features
- Richly colorful seedheads
- Elegant, arching foliage with ruby red accents
- Fluffy, blushing burgundy plumes
- Blooms late summer through first frost
- Ideal for beds and containers
- Excellent as cut flowers
- Extremely low maintenance
- Thrives in full sun
What customers say
Customers consistently praise the striking visual appeal of the 'Puppy Love' grass, noting its vibrant color and abundant, soft plumes that last well into the fall. The primary theme is reliability; once planted, this variety establishes quickly and requires minimal maintenance, making it an excellent choice even for novice gardeners. Reviewers frequently mention its dependable performance year after year, confirming its strong quality and ease of integration into garden designs.
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